Tough day

Oh dear sweet friends and family, 
Today has been a tough day for us.  Last night, Dad actually had a pretty good night of rest, at least it seemed that way to me, we only got up once, for him to go to the bathroom.  Other than that, he slept for 2 long stretches.  He seemed very tired this morning, and started his day with the hiccups.  Seems almost silly to mention, but they really wore him out.  They have continued most of the day, and into this evening, even while he sleeps.
He also was complaining of the pain in his abdomen, the one they were going to X-ray him for.  As the morning hours progressed, Dad just seemed to be getting weaker, and was not able to really participate in any therapy that came down to his room.
By early afternoon, his oxygen levels had decreased and his heart rate increased.  The Dr.s told me to call the family in.  Mom and all the siblings have come, as well as our spouses and the grandchildren.
We are all here now, we are sleeping close to the hospital, Mom is there with Dad.  He has a full time nurse in the room with him, and we are going to see if this is something he can rebound from, or if his body is just not able to.  They have him on some oxygen to help.  We are praying for the Lord's peace, comfort, and presence to fill that room.  That when anyone walks in, they will know they are standing on Holy Ground.  All those involved need prayer, every nurse, tech, Dr., family member, and even those that are helping care for our children so that we can be here. Thank you dear ones, for continuing to take us to the throne of Grace.
In His Mighty Name,
JJ